North Coast

North Coast is a wine region in USA.

The signature grape is Cabernet Sauvignon, backed by Chardonnay, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc.

Vines root into clay and volcanic.

The climate is maritime/oceanic.

The vineyards themselves read as hills and valley floor.

Red wine, dry white wine and sweet white wine, plus two more is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows bold and rich, crisp and refreshing, bright acidity and fruity notes and vibrant and effervescent, plus three more.

The named areas within are Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley, Russian River Valley, Stags Leap District and Carneros.

Producers worth knowing include Caymus Vineyards, Dominus Estate, Harlan Estate and Opus One.

Pour them alongside grilled meats, rich pasta dishes, seafood and cheeses.

Serve chilled.

Keeps for 10 to 20 years.

In the glass.

Red: Bold and rich.

Dry white: Crisp and refreshing, Bright acidity and fruity notes.

Sparkling: Vibrant and effervescent.

Rosé: Light and fruity, Perfect for warmer weather, Strawberries and melons.

Grapes planted here.

Producers worth knowing.

Bottles to look for.

• Beaulieu Vineyard BV Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, USA
• Beringer Vineyards Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, USA
• Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, USA
• Caymus Vineyards Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, USA
• Chateau Montelena Chardonnay, Napa Valley, USA
• Chateau Montelena The Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, USA
• Colgin Cellars IX Estate Red, Napa Valley, USA
• Dominus Estate Christian Moueix, Napa Valley, USA

At the table.

• Grilled meats
• Rich pasta dishes
• Seafood
• Cheeses

Serving and cellaring.

• Serve chilled.
• Keeps for 10 to 20 years.

Inside the region.

Nearby regions.

North Coast: common questions

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